Research Associate I

A Research Associate I position is available in the Williams Lab led by Dr. Terence Williams in the Department of Radiation Oncology. Under the general supervision of Dr. Williams, the Research Associate I will serve in the role of a lab manager and support a wide range of routine research activities. Responsibilities include maintaining and manipulating cell lines and organoids in tissue culture; processing cancer patient research specimens and conducting experiments using them; and performing standard procedures on laboratory animals, including surgical techniques and drug administration. The role also involves carrying out planned research tasks using observational, measurement, and analytical methods; collecting tissue and culture samples; organizing experimental results and preparing reports; and managing inventory and supply lists. Additional duties include assisting with specimen or data collection for research projects or demonstrations; cleaning and maintaining glassware and laboratory instruments; performing routine clerical tasks to ensure adequate laboratory supplies; ordering laboratory and office materials, including liquid nitrogen, and receiving deliveries. The Research Associate I will also attend lab manager meetings when notified and communicate key updates to the laboratory and the principal investigator.

As a successful candidate, you will:

• Utilize laboratory equipment and established protocols to perform a variety of research experiments. Record and validate results for accuracy and completeness.

• May modify protocols.

• Write standard operating procedures and reports.

• Maintain records of work performed, including results and methodology; utilizing records may calculate, graph, and compile data.

• Develop techniques and expertise in one or more areas relevant to laboratory research projects.

• Ensure that all laboratory activities are carried out in compliance with safety procedures and guidelines for handling, storage, and disposal of materials.